Rising Sous Chef (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Bedford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Junior Sous Chef to join their vibrant team in Bedford. This role is perfect for someone passionate about food quality and team leadership. You will manage the kitchen line, ensuring high standards while supporting and developing your team. Enjoy flexible hours, free meals, and exciting opportunities to celebrate team successes. Join a company that values individuality and diversity, and be part of a culinary journey that nourishes both body and soul. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and are ready to take on a leadership role, this is the opportunity for you!

Benefits

Weekly pay and tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free shift meals

50% off meals outside of work

Family-friendly policies

Uniform provided

Opportunity to try new menus

Wagamama parties and VIP events

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting and developing kitchen teams.
• Knowledge of food safety, health standards, and financial management.

Responsibilities

• Manage kitchen line and plan shifts to maintain high standards.
• Understand food safety and manage financial aspects like stock control.

Skills

Food Safety Standards

Team Management

Financial Management

Kitchen Line Management

Job description

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Rising Sous Chef (Hiring Immediately), Bedford

Client: wagamama

Location: Bedford, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 3

Posted: 08.05.2025

Expiry Date: 22.06.2025

Job Description:

Junior Sous Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity. With over 165 restaurants across the UK and Ireland, we are seeking a Junior Sous Chef to join our team and contribute to our mission to nourish both body and soul.

The Role:

As a Junior Sous Chef, you will be a developing leader passionate about creating a positive environment for guests and team members. You will be an expert in food quality and standards, using your knowledge to lead, engage, and inspire your team.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting and developing your team while maintaining high standards
• Managing the kitchen line, planning shifts, and ensuring proper staffing
• Understanding food, health and safety standards, and managing financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Celebrating team successes and recognizing individual needs

We’d love to hear from you if you:

• Are passionate about supporting your team and maintaining high standards
• Are ready to manage the kitchen line and coach your team
• Have knowledge of food safety, health and safety standards, and financial management
• Enjoy celebrating team successes and recognizing individual contributions

Benefits include:

• Weekly pay and tips
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Flexible hours
• Free shift meals and 50% off outside of work
• Family-friendly policies including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Uniform provided
• Opportunity to try new menus
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• National recognition as a Wok Star

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday, training, cycle to work scheme, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*Tips are 100% for the team; amounts vary by restaurant. Tips are discretionary and not considered wages.